Summer Camps for Preschoolers around Fairfield, CT

Summer camp is great prep for school. These well-established programs in Fairfield County know how to cater to preschoolers with fun water play, nature, sports, shorter sessions, hands-on summer activities, and, yes, plenty of hand-holding.

Ages 3 and up
This sports-focused summer camp offers a half-day camp, Little Athletes, for kids ages 3-4, as well as full-day programs for older children. Kids can choose from several specialized tracks, including gymnastics, dance, swimming, soccer, and more. They'll get plenty of sports instruction, but also playtime with arts and crafts, games, and more activities with their new friends.

Ages 4 and up
This preschool camp offers an outdoor, nature-fueled half-day camp experience for campers ages 4 to 5. There are also full-day camps for the older siblings. Themes vary by the week and keep the kids busy exploring wetlands, woods, ponds, and all the creatures that can be found within them. Join by the week, or for the whole summer. There is before care and an extended lunch option, too.

Ages 3 and up
Explore, learn, and grow while enjoying the outdoors. Attend just a few days a week or five at this summer camp that caters to all ages. The youngest campers are separated into several groups, depending on their birth year. Examples of camp week themes include "Forest Friends," "The Deep Blue Sea," "Around the Campfire," and "Adventures in Science."

Ages 2 and up
Campers will hit the trail at this nature-focused summer camp at Earthplace. They'll be exploring local ecosystems and our natural environment, including ponds, woods, and more. There will still be plenty of time for camp-style, preschooler activities, too, such as arts and crafts, music, and storytime. Preschool age kids (2-5) are separated into additional groups by age, including one just for the toddlers (age 2). Early drop off is available for all ages, and extended day options are available for ages 3 and up.

Ages 2-6
Enjoy summer camp at this sweet preschool this summer. Each week carries a different theme, from patriotism (July 4 week) to an arts/create week to a "backyard bash" complete with water play and popsicles. Kids can join for a half day, or a slightly longer day ending in the early afternoon, and parents are welcome to enroll them for one day a week, up to all five.

Ages 3-5
This preschool opens its doors (and outdoor play areas) up for summer camp. Each week hosts a different theme. Past examples include dragons, games from around the world, mermaids, and folklore. Campers also engage in outdoor fun, cooking, science, art, and music. We love that the camp describes its mission as being about "kindness, creativity, and fun."

Even toddlers can get into the summer camp fun at Kidville. Photo courtesy the camp

Ages 2 and up
This indoor camp offers little campers plenty of activities to wear 'em out and pique their curiosity. Preschoolers (and toddlers) will enjoy gym-style games and fun on the mat, but also music, arts and crafts, science, and more guided activities with their counselors. Check out each week's theme before booking your sessions. There's also an option for children 18-months and up with a parent or caregiver.

Ages 3 and up
The Long Ridge Camp held on the wooded grounds of this independent day school offers a full day or half day of camp for your preschooler. The "nursery and preschool" division participates in all the typical camp activities, but is geared to the needs of the younger set, including games, art, swimming, dance, and music. Bus transportation is available to full-day campers. The 14-acre campus includes three pools, playgrounds, air-conditioned indoor facilities, and sports fields.

Ages 3 and up
This popular summer camp spans 40 acres with plenty of fields, ponds, and woods to explore. There's a half-day option for ages 3-5, or full day for ages 4 and up. Promising an "action-packed" day camp, the New Canaan Nature Center serves up games, arts, wood hikes, bird watching, gardening, and even baking.

Ages 2 and up
A new "twos" program at Ridgefield Academy's summer camp on the independent school's 42-acre campus lets the state's youngest campers take part in the seasonal fun with water play, playgrounds, sensory tables, preschool classrooms, a Kitchen Lab, and more. Your 2-year-old can enjoy a half-day program, while those ages 3 and up are eligible for full-day sessions. Before and after care are available, too. Each week carries a fun theme, such as "A Camping We Will Go" and "Under the Sea."

Ages 4 and up
The pre-K and kindergarten-age summer camp program at Wooster School offers its youngest campers both half-day and full-day extended care options. Either way, your little camper will enjoy a day filled with fun orchestrated by the teachers and counselors who have access to the school's wonderful grounds, including swimming pools, gymnasiums, playgrounds, theater, art studios, nature trails, and more. Bonus: Full day camp comes with hot lunch.

Ages 18 months and up
Meet live animals, visit the vernal pools and trek through the nature trails at the Stamford Nature Center. Choose from Woodland Wonder Art that features art experiences, songs, live animals, and hands-on centers, or Wild At Art, which includes visiting animal pastures, experiencing free play, rolling logs, and more.

Ages 18 months - 6 years
Fantastic teachers and well-planned activities, including water play, make the half-day Toddlertime camp a consistent favorite for the preschool set. Toddlers, of course, are welcome at this summer camp with exciting rotating themes; water play, outdoor games, and music are part of every camp week. The focus on creativity is a total win for this age group.

Ages 3 and up
Tumble Jungle offers half-day summer camps for toddlers and preschoolers from early June to late August in its climate-controlled facilities. Kids will bounce on the trampolines and inflatables, and enjoy themed crafts, and games.

Ages 18 months and up
This private Connecticut school extends its Montessori classroom to the outdoors for summer camp each year. Families attending the school can start their children in the summer camp program as young as 18 months. Kids will explore the 30-acre campus, including classrooms, a revamped gym, nature, water fun, arts, music, science, and cooking, depending on the age group. Half-day options are available.

Ages 3 and up
This wilderness camp encourages campers of all ages to explore its 150-acre preserve with hiking, wildlife encounters, nature crafts, and more from mid-June to mid-August. Preschoolers are divided into separate age groups: 3s and early 4s (there's also a pre-k and kindergarten group).